[Archived] Trying to start my APRILIA RX50 but it says 'immobilized'

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Netsurfer
Member since January 2023 • 104 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my APRILIA RX50?

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the APRILIA RX50. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Papasmurf
Member • 36 posts

Using this on my APRILIA RX50 now. Hope it works.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 149 posts

Finally, something that might help with my APRILIA RX50's key code issue!

May 21, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 111 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my APRILIA RX50 this weekend.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 35 posts

Just tried this on my APRILIA RX50—anyone else have success?

May 23, 2025 Reply

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